Bamia, also known as okra stew, is one of the most delicious dishes in Lebanon and the entire Middle East. Expert chefs in Lebanon use duh, garlic, tomatoes, onions, pomegranate molasses, and meat to make Bamia.

The procedure requires you to cook all ingredients together in the meat broth. The purpose is to create a stew that turns into a thick and luscious dish. You can use beef, veal, or lamb. However, chicken is another option for you to use your creative skills. Today’s article will give you instructions to make Bamia. Read on!

Ingredients

• Cut 500 grams of meat into medium pieces
• 800 grams of fresh or frozen okra
• One onion
• Three tablespoons of vegetable oil
• Five tablespoons of tomato paste
• Eight cloves garlic
• 1 ½ tablespoon of pomegranate molasses
• 1 ½ teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of black pepper
• Fifteen cups of water

Instructions

1. Dice the onions and ensure they are finely chopped
2. Add diced or chopped onions to the stock pot
3. Now, add vegetable oil and half a teaspoon of salt
4. Cook the mixture for 2-5 minutes
5. Wash the meat pieces and set them aside for a few minutes
6. Next, season the meat pieces with half a teaspoon of salt and black pepper
7. Add washed meat pieces to the pot and brown them for about five minutes
8. Add tomato paste to the meat and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes
9. Next, add okra or frozen okra to the pot with the chopped garlic
10. Now, add half a teaspoon of salt and some pomegranate molasses
11. Add ten cups of water to the pot and mix everything
12. Cook again for 30-35 minutes
13. Check the okra and meat tenderness
14. Add more water if they are firm
15. Cook for another 20 minutes to make the meat and okra tenderer
16. Recheck the softness and adjust the taste with seasonings
17. Turn off the heat and serve the delicious Bamia to your family

How to make Waraa Einab

Waraa Einab, also known as Lebanese Stuffed Grape Leaves, is one of the best dishes in the Middle East. Millions of people across Lebanon and other countries in the Middle East love to make and eat Waraa Einab.

In addition to the grape leaves, you can use meat and rice or veggies and rice to make Waraa Einab. Today’s article will give you the ingredients list and step-by-step instructions to make Waraa Einab at home. Read on!

Ingredients

• At least 50 fresh grape leaves
• ½ pound of ground lamb or beef
• ¾ cup of long grain rice
• One chopped and skinned tomato
• One finely chopped onion
• Four tablespoons of finely chopped parsley
• Four tablespoons of finely chopped celery leaves
• 2 ½ tablespoons of tomato paste
• Two sliced tomatoes
• Two slivered garlic cloves
• One lemon

Instructions

1. Wash vine leaves
2. Put the leaves in a large bowl and add some boiling water
3. Ensure the water penetrates the layers
4. Let the leaves for 20 minutes to soak in water
5. Mix meat and rice in a large bowl
6. Add chopped onion, tomato, celery, parsley, pepper, and salt to the bowl
7. Mix these ingredients with rice and meat
8. Next, add two tablespoons of tomato paste for flavor
9. Place one leaf vein side up and a heaping tablespoon of filling near the stem
10. Use your hands to fold the stem over the filling
11. Ensure both sides fold toward the middle
12. Squeeze the roll in your hand’s palm
13. Use a layer of tomato slices to line the large saucepan
14. Sprinkle with lemon juice and add ½ cup of water
15. Place a small place over the rolled leaves and cover with a lid
16. Cook on a gentle heat for 60 to 120 minutes
17. Make sure the rolls are tender and crispy
18. Add the dish to the plate and serve hot to your family or friends

How to make Meghli

Meghli is one of the delicious Lebanese desserts cooked or made across the country and served on various occasions, including the celebration of new childbirth, Ramadan, Eid, and Christmas.

It is a cinnamon-spiced rice pudding served in individual bowls. Most people top it with shredded coconut, almonds, walnuts, and other nuts. So, not only is Meghli delicious, but it also offers a wide range of health benefits.

For example, cinnamon has excellent anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral properties. Meghli supports your gut health and manages your blood pressure. It is also beneficial for your brain’s health, thanks to the variety of nuts. Here is how you can make Meghli at home. Read on!

Ingredients

• ½ cup of rice flour
• ¾ cup of granulated sugar
• One tablespoon of Caraway
• Four cups of water
• One tablespoon of ground cinnamon
• Pine nuts
• Shredded coconut
• Crushed pistachio
• Sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Use a medium-sized pot to combine all dry ingredients
2. Add water to the pot and whisk for a few minutes
3. Make sure the water has a room temperature – You can use cold water
4. Place the pot on the stove and set the heat to medium temperature
5. Boil the ingredients for five to seven minutes
6. Continue whisking to prevent the flour from clumping
7. Lower the heat after the pudding starts to boil
8. Whisk the mixture for 20 minutes more to thicken the pudding
9. Ensure the pudding has a perfect consistency
10. Add hot pudding into four to five individual bowls
11. Use different nuts to top the pudding – Use your creativity
12. Set aside the pudding for a few minutes to thicken
13. Leave it for a few minutes to cool down
14. Place the bowls in the fridge for four to five hours
15. Serve Meghli to your family and friends

Fattet Hummus Recipe

Fattet Hummus is one of the most delicious dishes in Lebanon and a staple food item for brunches and lunches. It is creamy, nutty, festive, mouthwatering, and easy to make at home. Fattet Hummus is a healthy dish because it includes chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, and olive oil. Let us show you how to make Fattet Hummus at home. Read on!

Ingredients

• Three cups of yogurt
• Two cups of dry chickpeas
• ½ cup of lemon juice
• Two tablespoons of tahini
• Two crushed garlic cloves
• One pinch of cumin
• One pinch of salt
• One pinch of white pepper
• 4-5 small pita loaves
• Two tablespoons of pine nuts
• ½ cup of olive oil
• One pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika
• 4-5 mint leaves for garnishing

Instructions

1. Soak the chickpeas for 12-15 hours at night
2. Rinse the chickpeas under cold running water
3. Put the chickpeas in a large pot or bowl and cover it with fresh cold water
4. Now, bring the chickpeas to a boil and simmer them for 60 minutes
5. Make sure the chickpeas are tenderer
6. Add a small dash of cumin and olive oil and cover the pot to ensure the liquid remains hot
7. Add yogurt to a large bowl and put lemon juice, tahini, and crushed garlic
8. Mix these ingredients well, and then add some water to the bowl
9. Heat the mixture at a gentle temperature and continue whisking
10. Add salt and pepper according to your taste or preferences
11. Separate the pita loaves into thin layers
12. Cut these thin layers into bite-sized pieces
13. Heat 50% of the olive oil in a frying pan
14. Now fry the pita until golden and crunchy
15. Use a bowl or platter to spread the bread evenly
16. Drizzle hot chickpea broth on top of the bread pieces
17. Let the pieces soak in the broth
18. Set aside two tablespoons of the chickpeas for garnishing
19. Use a spoon to scoop the remaining chickpeas out of the broth
20. Now spread chickpeas on top of the bread
21. Pour the yogurt mixture over them
22. Add three tablespoons of heated olive oil and fried pine nuts to the chickpeas
23. Garnish with mint leaves, cayenne pepper, and paprika
24. Serve the delicious Fattet Hummus to your family and friends

How to make Sambousek

Sambousek is a delicious delicacy relished by millions of people in Lebanon. It is a mouthwatering appetizer made in different shapes and has various ingredients. These crispy Lebanese pies have ground lamb or beef or are made of cheese.

Sambousek is pretty similar to fatayer, another iconic appetizer in Lebanon. However, the dough is a friend and unbaked. If you want to enjoy a delicious Sambousek, we recommend using beef as a primary ingredient.

You can load these mouthwatering pies with pine nuts and fried onions. Now, let us discuss the ingredients you need and the step-by-step process to make Sambousek. Read on!

Ingredients

• Two cups of flour
• One teaspoon of salt
• One teaspoon of cornstarch
• ¼ cup of Avocado oil
• ½ cup of water
• For Beef Filing, you will need
  • 12 ounces of ground beef
  • One onion
  • One teaspoon of salt
  • One teaspoon of spices
  • ½ teaspoon of black pepper
  • Two teaspoons of pomegranate Molasses
  • Two tablespoons of Avocado Oil
  • Two tablespoons of pine nuts

Instructions

1. Add the flour to a large bowl and put some salt, water, and cornstarch
2. Use a rubber or wooden spoon to mix these ingredients
3. Add more water as required – but don’t use more than three tablespoons
4. Use your hands to create a dough ball and cover it with a plastic wrap for 30 minutes
5. Heat one tablespoon of avocado oil in a skillet
6. Add pine nuts to the skillet and cook them until they are golden brown
7. Chop the onion into fine pieces
8. Brown the ground beef in a skillet and add chopped onion to it
9. Next, add two tablespoons of avocado oil
10. Cook for 5-10 minutes to ensure the onion is translucent
11. Add salt, black pepper, and spices and cook for 2-5 more minutes
12. Add two teaspoons of molasses and mix in the pine nuts
13. Diver the dough into two balls to ensure easier rolling
14. Make sure you cover one dough ball while working on another one
15. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough ball into ¼ inches thick
16. Use a glass cup or biscuit cutter to achieve 4-inch rounds
17. Add one tablespoon of meat filling to each dough round
18. Fold each dough round in half and press its edges to seal it
19. Put some oil in the pot and heat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
20. Deep fry Sambousek for 3-5 minutes and serve